Transducer won't read depth on speed
02-20-2019, 12:56 PM
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Transducer won't read depth on speed
Hello THT. I have been experiences on my new Garmin Combo with a Transducer on my aluminum boat. When ever I get on cruising speed, the transducer won't pick up the depth. It keeps blinking a certain number. Any tips or anyone have any similar experiences? and yes the transducer is level to my boat. Thanks!
02-20-2019, 01:15 PM
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There's a couple things... First, your transducer could be in a spot where it's not in clean water while running. If it's behind a strake or even a raw water intake there could be just enough bubbles to prevent it from reading. Second, if your unit has CHIRP, I found that when running I use the split CHIRP/Traditional mode and traditional always reads even when CHIRP doesn't. Third, you may need to move your transducer down on the transom a little.
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02-20-2019, 01:33 PM
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CHIRP mode doesn't do as well in reading the bottom while at planing speeds as a single high frequency such as 200 kHz. if your hull has rivets, they can be causing turbulent water flow that will degrade sonar performance.
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02-21-2019, 04:23 AM
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Typical Garmin problem.
If your transducer is in "clean water", no obstructions in front. Lower the transducer by 1/2 inch.
Even the Chirp units will read if you do.
If your transducer is in "clean water", no obstructions in front. Lower the transducer by 1/2 inch.
Even the Chirp units will read if you do.
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